Everyone needs to get out once in a while, out of the comfort zone and try something challenging. That is what I did at the Quilters Gathering in Berlin, OH, Aug. 27 and 28th. I signed up for a class taught by Julie Stocker on Spin Drift. I knew it would be challenging and I knew I could learn a lot. I know Julie. We met as bloggers and later in person over some trips I have taken down to Amish Ohio country. She is the best.
My husband was willing to drive me. He also loves to spend time at Keim Lumber in Charm, OH- hours. It made a nice get away and I was able to learn, sew, and chat with quilters from all over. How can you beat that? I took home lots of tips from Julie's expertise. My husband bought a lot of wood.
I do want to make more blocks for an entire quilt and now I know how. The patterns instructions leave a lot of room for improvement, and Julie took care of that. I know lots of people prefer online classes, but meeting in person with others gives more meatiness and satisfaction in the process. Observing how others work around you and seeing their fabric choices and tools is added benefit.
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My sample test block
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How to assemble sashing which is better not cut on the bias as in the pattern
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Layout of assembled sash
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